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{{Infobox game/row/publisher|Paradox Interactive|Current}} | {{Infobox game/row/publisher|Paradox Interactive|Current}} | ||
|engines = | |engines = | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/engine|Creator}} | ||
|release dates= | |release dates= | ||
{{Infobox game/row/date|Windows|March 31, 2014}} | {{Infobox game/row/date|Windows|March 31, 2014}} | ||
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|taxonomy = | |taxonomy = | ||
{{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/monetization | One-time game purchase, Expansion pack }} | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/monetization | One-time game purchase, Expansion pack }} | ||
− | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/microtransactions | | + | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/microtransactions | Unlock }} |
{{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/modes | Singleplayer, Multiplayer }} | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/modes | Singleplayer, Multiplayer }} | ||
{{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/pacing | Turn-based }} | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/pacing | Turn-based }} | ||
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|lutris = age-of-wonders-iii | |lutris = age-of-wonders-iii | ||
|strategywiki = | |strategywiki = | ||
− | |mobygames = | + | |mobygames = 65265 |
|wikipedia = Age of Wonders III | |wikipedia = Age of Wonders III | ||
|winehq = 15988 | |winehq = 15988 | ||
|license = commercial | |license = commercial | ||
|official site= http://aow.triumph.net/about-ageofwonders-iii/ | |official site= http://aow.triumph.net/about-ageofwonders-iii/ | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | |||
+ | {{Introduction | ||
+ | |introduction = | ||
+ | |||
+ | |release history = | ||
+ | |||
+ | |current state = | ||
}} | }} | ||
'''General information''' | '''General information''' | ||
− | {{mm}} [https://forum.paradoxplaza.com/forum/ | + | {{mm}} [https://discord.gg/SmbeaYnRGD Official Discord for game series] |
+ | {{mm}} [https://forum.paradoxplaza.com/forum/forums/age-of-wonders-iii.1020/ Official Paradox Plaza forums] | ||
{{GOG.com links|1207660893|age_of_wonders_series|for game series}} | {{GOG.com links|1207660893|age_of_wonders_series|for game series}} | ||
{{mm}} [https://steamcommunity.com/app/226840/discussions/ Steam Community Discussions] | {{mm}} [https://steamcommunity.com/app/226840/discussions/ Steam Community Discussions] | ||
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==Availability== | ==Availability== | ||
{{Availability| | {{Availability| | ||
− | {{Availability/row| Publisher | https://www. | + | {{Availability/row| Publisher | https://www.paradoxinteractive.com/games/age-of-wonders-iii/buy | Steam | Deluxe and Collection Editions also available. | | Windows, OS X, Linux }} |
{{Availability/row| Gamesplanet | 3454-1 | Steam | {{store link|Gamesplanet|3454-2|Deluxe}} and {{store link|Gamesplanet|3454-5|Collection}} Editions also available. | | Windows, OS X, Linux }} | {{Availability/row| Gamesplanet | 3454-1 | Steam | {{store link|Gamesplanet|3454-2|Deluxe}} and {{store link|Gamesplanet|3454-5|Collection}} Editions also available. | | Windows, OS X, Linux }} | ||
{{Availability/row| GOG.com | age_of_wonders_3 | DRM-free, key | {{store link|GOG.com|age_of_wonders_3_deluxe_edition|Deluxe Edition}} also available. Serial key for multiplayer shown in game's library entry. | | Windows }} | {{Availability/row| GOG.com | age_of_wonders_3 | DRM-free, key | {{store link|GOG.com|age_of_wonders_3_deluxe_edition|Deluxe Edition}} also available. Serial key for multiplayer shown in game's library entry. | | Windows }} | ||
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==Monetization== | ==Monetization== | ||
+ | {{Monetization | ||
+ | |ad-supported = | ||
+ | |dlc = | ||
+ | |expansion pack = The expansion packs include new races, units, and campaigns. | ||
+ | |freeware = | ||
+ | |free-to-play = | ||
+ | |one-time game purchase = The game requires an upfront purchase to access. | ||
+ | |sponsored = | ||
+ | |subscription = | ||
+ | |subscription gaming service = | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | |||
+ | ===Microtransactions=== | ||
+ | {{Microtransactions | ||
+ | |boost = | ||
+ | |cosmetic = | ||
+ | |currency = | ||
+ | |finite spend = | ||
+ | |infinite spend = | ||
+ | |free-to-grind = | ||
+ | |loot box = | ||
+ | |none = | ||
+ | |player trading = | ||
+ | |time-limited = | ||
+ | |unlock = The only in-game content of the Deluxe Edition Upgrade DLC is a scenario map. | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | |||
{{DLC| | {{DLC| | ||
{{DLC/row| Deluxe Edition Upgrade | | Windows, OS X, Linux }} | {{DLC/row| Deluxe Edition Upgrade | | Windows, OS X, Linux }} | ||
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{{Game data| | {{Game data| | ||
{{Game data/config|Windows|{{p|userprofile\Documents}}\My Games\AoW3\Profiles\{{p|uid}}\}} | {{Game data/config|Windows|{{p|userprofile\Documents}}\My Games\AoW3\Profiles\{{p|uid}}\}} | ||
− | {{Game data/config|OS X| | + | {{Game data/config|OS X|{{p|osxhome}}/AoW3/}} |
{{Game data/config|Linux|{{P|xdgdatahome}}/AoW3/}} | {{Game data/config|Linux|{{P|xdgdatahome}}/AoW3/}} | ||
}} | }} | ||
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{{Game data| | {{Game data| | ||
{{Game data/saves|Windows|{{p|userprofile\Documents}}\My Games\AoW3\Profiles\{{p|uid}}\SAVES\}} | {{Game data/saves|Windows|{{p|userprofile\Documents}}\My Games\AoW3\Profiles\{{p|uid}}\SAVES\}} | ||
− | {{Game data/saves|OS X| | + | {{Game data/saves|OS X|{{p|osxhome}}/AoW3/}} |
{{Game data/saves|Linux|{{P|xdgdatahome}}/AoW3/}} | {{Game data/saves|Linux|{{P|xdgdatahome}}/AoW3/}} | ||
}} | }} | ||
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}} | }} | ||
{{L10n/switch | {{L10n/switch | ||
− | |language = | + | |language = Polish |
|interface = true | |interface = true | ||
|audio = false | |audio = false | ||
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}} | }} | ||
{{L10n/switch | {{L10n/switch | ||
− | |language = | + | |language = Russian |
|interface = true | |interface = true | ||
|audio = false | |audio = false | ||
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|local play modes = Hot seat, Co-op | |local play modes = Hot seat, Co-op | ||
|local play notes = | |local play notes = | ||
− | |lan play = | + | |lan play = limited |
|lan play players = 8 | |lan play players = 8 | ||
|lan play modes = Co-op, Versus | |lan play modes = Co-op, Versus | ||
− | |lan play notes = Requires a | + | |lan play notes = Requires a Triumph Account (managed from the launcher) to access the multiplayer menu.<ref>[http://ageofwonders.com/forums/topic/aow-3-over-lan/ Topic: AOW 3 over LAN | Age of Wonders III]</ref> |
|online play = true | |online play = true | ||
|online play players = 8 | |online play players = 8 | ||
|online play modes = Co-op, Versus | |online play modes = Co-op, Versus | ||
− | |online play notes = Requires a | + | |online play notes = Requires a Triumph Account (managed from the launcher). |
− | |asynchronous = | + | |asynchronous = true |
− | |asynchronous notes = | + | |asynchronous notes = Both simultaneous turns and PBEM supported. |
}} | }} | ||
{{Network/Connections | {{Network/Connections | ||
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|p2p = true | |p2p = true | ||
|p2p notes = | |p2p notes = | ||
− | |dedicated = | + | |dedicated = false |
|dedicated notes = | |dedicated notes = | ||
− | |self-hosting = | + | |self-hosting = true |
|self-hosting notes = | |self-hosting notes = | ||
− | |direct ip = | + | |direct ip = true |
|direct ip notes = | |direct ip notes = | ||
}} | }} | ||
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===Game does not launch=== | ===Game does not launch=== | ||
{{Fixbox|description=Delete configuration files|ref={{cn|date=July 2016}}|fix= | {{Fixbox|description=Delete configuration files|ref={{cn|date=July 2016}}|fix= | ||
− | # Go to | + | # Go to {{file|{{p|userprofile\Documents}}\My Games\AoW3\Profiles\{{p|uid}}\|folder}} |
− | # Delete | + | # Delete {{file|{{p|uid}}.APD}} and {{file|{{p|uid}}.APS}}. |
}} | }} | ||
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===UI is too small on higher resolution=== | ===UI is too small on higher resolution=== | ||
{{Fixbox|description=Set value in configuration file|ref={{cn|date=November 2022}}|fix= | {{Fixbox|description=Set value in configuration file|ref={{cn|date=November 2022}}|fix= | ||
− | # Go to | + | # Go to {{file|{{p|userprofile\Documents}}\My Games\AoW3\Config|folder}}. |
− | # Create the | + | # Create the {{file|Game.cfg}} file if absent and open it with a text editor. |
# Write <code>InterfaceScale=1.0</code> inside. | # Write <code>InterfaceScale=1.0</code> inside. | ||
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|windows arm app = false | |windows arm app = false | ||
|windows exe notes = | |windows exe notes = | ||
− | |mac os x powerpc app = | + | |mac os x powerpc app = unknown |
|macos intel 32-bit app = true | |macos intel 32-bit app = true | ||
|macos intel 64-bit app = false | |macos intel 64-bit app = false | ||
− | |macos arm app = | + | |macos arm app = unknown |
|macos app notes = | |macos app notes = | ||
|linux 32-bit executable= true | |linux 32-bit executable= true |
Latest revision as of 19:41, 28 July 2023
Developers | |
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Triumph Studios | |
Publishers | |
Original | Triumph Studios |
Current | Paradox Interactive |
Engines | |
Creator | |
Release dates | |
Windows | March 31, 2014 |
macOS (OS X) | April 14, 2015 |
Linux | April 14, 2015 |
Reception | |
Metacritic | 80 |
OpenCritic | 82 |
IGDB | 80 |
Taxonomy | |
Monetization | One-time game purchase, Expansion pack |
Microtransactions | Unlock |
Modes | Singleplayer, Multiplayer |
Pacing | Turn-based |
Perspectives | Bird's-eye view |
Controls | Multiple select, Point and select |
Genres | 4X, Strategy, TBS |
Themes | Fantasy |
Series | Age of Wonders |
Age of Wonders | |
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Age of Wonders | 1999 |
Age of Wonders II: The Wizard's Throne | 2002 |
Age of Wonders: Shadow Magic | 2003 |
Age of Wonders III | 2014 |
Age of Wonders: Planetfall | 2019 |
Age of Wonders 4 | 2023 |
Warnings
- The macOS (OS X) version of this game does not work on macOS Catalina (version 10.15) or later due to the removal of support for 32-bit-only apps.
Age of Wonders III is a singleplayer and multiplayer bird's-eye view 4X, strategy and TBS game in the Age of Wonders series.
General information
- Official Discord for game series
- Official Paradox Plaza forums
- GOG.com Community Discussions for game series
- GOG.com Support Page
- Steam Community Discussions
Availability
Source | DRM | Notes | Keys | OS |
---|---|---|---|---|
Publisher website | Deluxe and Collection Editions also available. | |||
Deluxe and Collection Editions also available. | ||||
GOG.com | Deluxe Edition also available. Serial key for multiplayer shown in game's library entry. | |||
Green Man Gaming | Deluxe and Collection Editions also available. | |||
Humble Store | ||||
Steam | Deluxe and Collection Editions also available. |
Version differences
- The Deluxe Edition includes the base game, a bonus "Dragon's Throne" scenario, and the digital soundtrack.
- The Collection release includes the base game, the Deluxe Edition content, and all DLC.
Monetization
Type | Notes |
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Expansion pack | The expansion packs include new races, units, and campaigns. |
One-time game purchase | The game requires an upfront purchase to access. |
Microtransactions
Type | Notes |
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Unlock | The only in-game content of the Deluxe Edition Upgrade DLC is a scenario map. |
DLC and expansion packs
Name | Notes | |
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Deluxe Edition Upgrade | ||
Golden Realms | ||
Eternal Lords |
Game data
Configuration file(s) location
System | Location |
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Windows | %USERPROFILE%\Documents\My Games\AoW3\Profiles\<user-id>\ |
macOS (OS X) | $HOME/AoW3/ |
Linux | $XDG_DATA_HOME/AoW3/ |
- This game follows the XDG Base Directory Specification on Linux.
Save game data location
System | Location |
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Windows | %USERPROFILE%\Documents\My Games\AoW3\Profiles\<user-id>\SAVES\ |
macOS (OS X) | $HOME/AoW3/ |
Linux | $XDG_DATA_HOME/AoW3/ |
Save game cloud syncing
System | Native | Notes |
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GOG Galaxy | ||
OneDrive | Requires enabling backup of the Documents folder in OneDrive on all computers. | |
Steam Cloud |
Video
Graphics feature | State | WSGF | Notes |
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Widescreen resolution | |||
Multi-monitor | |||
Ultra-widescreen | |||
4K Ultra HD | UI might not be scaled enough with "automatic UI scaling" option; see UI is too small on higher resolution | ||
Field of view (FOV) | |||
Windowed | |||
Borderless fullscreen windowed | |||
Anisotropic filtering (AF) | See the glossary page for potential workarounds. | ||
Anti-aliasing (AA) | FXAA, toggle only. Can force through Nvidia Inspector. | ||
Vertical sync (Vsync) | |||
60 FPS and 120+ FPS | |||
High dynamic range display (HDR) | See the glossary page for potential alternatives. | ||
Color blind mode |
Anti-aliasing (AA)
Nvidia Inspector Force AA and AO[1] |
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Input
Keyboard and mouse | State | Notes |
---|---|---|
Remapping | 2 keys per action. | |
Mouse acceleration | ||
Mouse sensitivity | ||
Mouse input in menus | ||
Mouse Y-axis inversion | ||
Controller | ||
Controller support |
Controller types |
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Audio
Audio feature | State | Notes |
---|---|---|
Separate volume controls | Master, Music, Effects, Ambiance, Speech, Units, Events, Interface. | |
Surround sound | Up to 7.1. | |
Subtitles | ||
Closed captions | ||
Mute on focus lost | ||
Royalty free audio |
Localizations
Language | UI | Audio | Sub | Notes |
---|---|---|---|---|
English | ||||
French | ||||
German | ||||
Hungarian | Fan translation. | |||
Polish | ||||
Russian | ||||
Spanish | Fan translation, download. |
Network
Multiplayer types
Type | Native | Players | Notes | |
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Local play | 8 | Hot seat, Co-op |
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LAN play | 8 | Co-op, Versus Requires a Triumph Account (managed from the launcher) to access the multiplayer menu.[2] |
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Online play | 8 | Co-op, Versus Requires a Triumph Account (managed from the launcher). |
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Asynchronous multiplayer | Both simultaneous turns and PBEM supported. |
Connection types
Type | Native | Notes |
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Matchmaking | ||
Peer-to-peer | ||
Dedicated | ||
Self-hosting | ||
Direct IP |
Ports
Protocol | Port(s) and/or port range(s) |
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TCP | 14800 |
- Universal Plug and Play (UPnP) support status is unknown.
Issues fixed
Game does not launch
Delete configuration files[citation needed] |
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No music when out of combat
Enter combat and finish the battle[citation needed] |
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UI is too small on higher resolution
Set value in configuration file[citation needed] |
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Other information
API
Technical specs | Supported | Notes |
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Direct3D | 9.0c | |
OpenGL | OS X and Linux only. |
Executable | 32-bit | 64-bit | Notes |
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Windows | |||
macOS (OS X) | This 32-bit-only macOS game does not work on macOS Catalina (10.15) or later. | ||
Linux |
Middleware
Middleware | Notes | |
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Audio | FMOD Ex | |
Interface | Iggy, Adobe Flash |
System requirements
Windows | ||
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Minimum | Recommended | |
Operating system (OS) | XP | Vista, 7, 8, 8.1 |
Processor (CPU) | Intel Core 2 Duo E6600 2.4 GHz AMD Athlon 64 X2 5000+ 2.6 GHz |
Intel Core 2 Quad Q6600 2.4 GHz AMD Phenom X4 9900 2.6 GHz |
System memory (RAM) | 2 GB | 4 GB |
Hard disk drive (HDD) | 10 GB | |
Video card (GPU) | Nvidia GeForce 8800 series ATI Radeon HD 3870 Intel HD Graphics 3000 512 MB of VRAM DirectX 9.0c compatible | Nvidia GeForce GTX 460 AMD Radeon HD 6850 1 GB of VRAM |
Sound (audio device) | DirectX 9 compatible | |
Other | 1024 x 768 screen resolution, Broadband Internet connection |
- 3 GB of system RAM is required for Intel integrated GPU's.
macOS (OS X) | ||
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Minimum | Recommended | |
Operating system (OS) | 10.9.3 | |
Processor (CPU) | Intel Core 2 Duo E6600 2.4 GHz AMD Athlon 64 X2 5000+ 2.6 GHz |
Intel Core 2 Quad Q6600 2.4 GHz AMD Phenom X4 9900 2.6 GHz |
System memory (RAM) | 3 GB | 4 GB |
Hard disk drive (HDD) | 10 GB | |
Video card (GPU) | Nvidia GeForce GTS 250 ATI Radeon HD 4870 Intel HD Graphics 4000 512 MB of VRAM | Nvidia GeForce GTX 460 AMD Radeon HD 6850 1 GB of VRAM |
Other | 1024 x 768 screen resolution, Broadband Internet connection |
Linux | ||
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Minimum | Recommended | |
Operating system (OS) | Ubuntu 14.10, SteamOS | |
Processor (CPU) | Intel Core 2 Duo E6600 2.4 GHz AMD Athlon 64 X2 5000+ 2.6 GHz |
Intel Core i3-3240 3.4 GHz AMD Phenom II X4 955 3.2 GHz |
System memory (RAM) | 3 GB | 4 GB |
Hard disk drive (HDD) | 10 GB | |
Video card (GPU) | Nvidia GeForce GTS 250 ATI Radeon HD 4870 Intel HD Graphics 4000 512 MB of VRAM | Nvidia GeForce GTX 460 AMD Radeon HD 6850 1 GB of VRAM |
Other | 1024 x 768 screen resolution, Broadband Internet connection |